bounty hunters

Getting a bail bond for your loved one is just the first step in a long process. After the defendant is released on bond, they MUST appear on their scheduled court date, or face some pretty serious consequences. If the suspect fails to appear at their trial, and their bail was posted by a bail bonds company, they can expect to receive a visit from a bounty hunter.

WHAT IS A BOUNTY HUNTER?

You may have heard of bounty hunters before, and know that they are professionals hired to locate someone who has skipped their trial and bring them in to the police. There are different rules that bounty hunters must follow around the country, and they vary from state to state. Connecticut has pretty high expectations of bounty hunters, and requires them to get a license from the Commissioner of Public Safety. They must also go through at least 8 hours of firearm training and 20 hours of criminal justice training, so they know how to handle any situation. If a bounty hunter is sent to collect your loved one, you should cooperate.

AVOID THE HUNT: SHOW UP

If a loved one would prefer to avoid a confrontation with a bounty hunter, the best thing to advise them to do is show up to their scheduled court date. When you are the cosigner for a bail bond, there are repercussions to you if your loved one skips their trial, and they will be hit with failure to appear charges. Remind them of the consequences they will face- and you will face- as a result of their actions. For more information on bounty hunters and the effects of skipping a court date, contact our team today so we can answer your questions.